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Autism School Talks

We provide tailored staff training and interactive workshops for primary and post-primary schools, helping build understanding of Autism and foster inclusive school environments.

Staff Training

Our sessions focus on building understanding of the Autistic experience within the school context.

  • Autism: what it is and what it isn’t
  • Myths and misconceptions
  • Autism and associated strengths
  • Communication differences
  • Social interaction and imagination
  • Sensory processing differences
  • Creating an inclusive environment (reasonable accommodations)
  • Q&A

Secondary School Student Workshops

We offer interactive workshops (maximum 80 students per group) as well as talks for larger groups, including whole-school sessions.

  • Quiz focused on myths and misconceptions about Autism
  • Definition of Autism and neurodiversity
  • Video from Autistic students’ perspective
  • Autistic strengths
  • Well-known neurodivergent personalities
  • Group activity highlighting communication differences
  • Sensory differences and understanding stimming or sensory supports
  • How students and peers can advocate for inclusive supports

Primary School Workshops (5th and 6th Class)

We currently offer student workshops to 5th and 6th class groups and are developing workshops for additional age groups.

  • What is Autism?
  • What is Neurodiversity?
  • Celebrating strengths and differences
  • Myths and misconceptions about Autism
  • Communication and social interaction
  • Our sensory systems
  • What is stimming?
  • Showing respect for all kinds of minds – how to be a good friend to an Autistic classmate

Back to School Training

If you would like further information about costs or to proceed with booking, please complete our training request form.

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